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KCB Kerosene

Hazard Alert Code: MODERATEChemwatch Material Safety Data SheetIssue Date: 3-Jul-2014 CHEMWATCH 23-0385A317LP Version No:5.1.1.1

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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAMEKCB Kerosene

SYNONYMSKero

PROPER SHIPPING NAMEKEROSENE

PRODUCT USEUsed according to manufacturer's directions.The use of a quantity of material in an unventilated or confined space may result in increased exposure and an irritating atmosphere developing. Before starting consider control of exposure by mechanical ventilation.Solvent and fuel.

SUPPLIERCompany: KCB SalesAddress:84 Camp RoadBroadmeadowsVIC, 3047AustraliaTelephone: +61 3 9457 1125Emergency Tel:+61 3 9457 1125 (9am- 5pm)Fax: +61 3 9459 7978

Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATUREHAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.

CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS

Flammability Toxicity

Body Contact Reactivity

Chronic

SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4

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RISK SAFETY■ Flammable. • Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray.■ Irritating to skin. • Avoid contact with skin.■ HARMFUL- May cause lung damage if • Avoid contact with eyes.swallowed.■ Vapours may cause drowsiness and • Wear suitable protective clothing.dizziness.■ Inhalation and/or ingestion may • Wear suitable gloves.produce health damage*.■ Cumulative effects may result • Wear eye/face protection.following exposure*.■ May produce discomfort of the eyes • Use only in well ventilated areas.and respiratory tract*.■ Repeated exposure potentially causes • Keep container in a well ventilated place.skin dryness and cracking*.* (limited evidence). • To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this

material, use water and detergent.• Keep container tightly closed.• Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.• In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty ofwater and contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre.• If swallowed, IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or PoisonsInformation Centre. (show this container or label).• This material and its container must be disposed of ashazardous waste.

Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

NAME CAS RN %kerosene 8008-20-6 >60

Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

SWALLOWED• If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.• If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.• Observe the patient carefully.• Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.• Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can comfortably drink.• Seek medical advice.• Avoid giving milk or oils.• Avoid giving alcohol.

EYE■ If this product comes in contact with the eyes:• Wash out immediately with fresh running water.• Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by

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occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.• Seek medical attention without delay; if pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.• Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.

SKIN■ If skin contact occurs:• Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.• Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).• Seek medical attention in event of irritation.

INHALED• If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.• Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.• Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.• Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.• Transport to hospital, or doctor.

NOTES TO PHYSICIANAny material aspirated during vomiting may produce lung injury. Therefore emesis should not be inducedmechanically or pharmacologically. Mechanical means should be used if it is considered necessary to evacuatethe stomach contents; these include gastric lavage after endotracheal intubation. If spontaneous vomiting hasoccurred after ingestion, the patient should be monitored for difficult breathing, as adverse effects ofaspiration into the lungs may be delayed up to 48 hours.For acute or short term repeated exposures to petroleum distillates or related hydrocarbons:• Primary threat to life, from pure petroleum distillate ingestion and/or inhalation, is respiratory failure.• Patients should be quickly evaluated for signs of respiratory distress (e.g. cyanosis, tachypnoea,

intercostal retraction, obtundation) and given oxygen. Patients with inadequate tidal volumes or poorarterial blood gases (pO2 50 mm Hg) should be intubated.

• Arrhythmias complicate some hydrocarbon ingestion and/or inhalation and electrocardiographic evidence ofmyocardial injury has been reported; intravenous lines and cardiac monitors should be established inobviously symptomatic patients. The lungs excrete inhaled solvents, so that hyperventilation improvesclearance.

• A chest x-ray should be taken immediately after stabilisation of breathing and circulation to documentaspiration and detect the presence of pneumothorax.

• Epinephrine (adrenalin) is not recommended for treatment of bronchospasm because of potential myocardialsensitisation to catecholamines. Inhaled cardioselective bronchodilators (e.g. Alupent, Salbutamol) are thepreferred agents, with aminophylline a second choice.

• Lavage is indicated in patients who require decontamination; ensure use of cuffed endotracheal tube inadult patients. [Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology].

Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA• Alcohol stable foam.• Dry chemical powder.• BCF (where regulations permit).• Carbon dioxide.• Water spray or fog - Large fires only.Do not use a water jet to fight fire.

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FIRE FIGHTING• Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.• May be violently or explosively reactive.• Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.• Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.• If safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.• Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.• Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.• DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.• Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.• If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.When any large container (including road and rail tankers) is involved in a fire,consider evacuation by 500 metres in all directions.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD• Liquid and vapour are flammable.• Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.• Vapour forms an explosive mixture with air.• Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.• Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.• Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of containers.• On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).Combustion products include: carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), other pyrolysis products typical ofburning organic material.Contains low boiling substance: Closed containers may rupture due to pressure buildup under fire conditions.

FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY• Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids, chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine

etc. as ignition may result.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

MINOR SPILLS• Remove all ignition sources.• Clean up all spills immediately.• Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.• Control personal contact with the substance, by using protective equipment.• Contain and absorb small quantities with vermiculite or other absorbent material.• Wipe up.• Collect residues in a flammable waste container.

MAJOR SPILLSChemical Class: aliphatic hydrocarbonsFor release onto land: recommended sorbents listed in order of priority.

SORBENT TYPE RANK APPLICATION COLLECTION LIMITATIONS

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LAND SPILL - SMALL

cross- linked 1 shovel shovel R, W, SSpolymer -particulatecross- linked 1 throw pitchfork R, DGC, RTpolymer - pillowwood fiber - pillow 2 throw pitchfork R, P, DGC, RTtreated wood fibre- 2 throw pitchfork DGC, RTpillowsorbent clay - 3 shovel shovel R, I, Pparticulatefoamed glass - 3 throw pitchfork R, P, DGC, RTpillow

LAND SPILL - MEDIUM

cross- linked 1 blower skiploader R, W, SSpolymer -particulatecross- linked 2 throw skiploader R, DGC, RTpolymer - pillowsorbent clay - 3 blower skiploader R, I, Pparticulatepolypropylene - 3 blower skiploader W, SS, DGCparticulateexpanded mineral - 4 blower skiploader R, I, W, P, DGCparticulatepolypropylene - mat 4 throw skiploader DGC, RT

LegendDGC: Not effective where ground cover is denseR; Not reusableI: Not incinerableP: Effectiveness reduced when rainyRT:Not effective where terrain is ruggedSS: Not for use within environmentally sensitive sitesW: Effectiveness reduced when windyReference: Sorbents for Liquid Hazardous Substance Cleanup and Control;R.W Melvold et al: Pollution Technology Review No. 150: Noyes Data Corporation 1988.• Clear area of personnel and move upwind.• Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.• May be violently or explosively reactive.• Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.• Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.• Consider evacuation (or protect in place).• No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.• Increase ventilation.• Stop leak if safe to do so.• Water spray or fog may be used to disperse /absorb vapour.

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• Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.• Use only spark-free shovels and explosion proof equipment.• Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.• Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.• Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.• Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.• If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.

PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR SPILL

From IERG (Canada/Australia)Isolation Distance 15 metresDownwind Protection Distance 100 metresIERG Number 15

FOOTNOTES1 PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE is defined as the area in which people are at risk of harmful exposure. This zoneassumes that random changes in wind direction confines the vapour plume to an area within 30 degrees oneither side of the predominant wind direction, resulting in a crosswind protective action distance equal tothe downwind protective action distance.2 PROTECTIVE ACTIONS should be initiated to the extent possible, beginning with those closest to the spilland working away from the site in the downwind direction. Within the protective action zone a level of vapourconcentration may exist resulting in nearly all unprotected persons becoming incapacitated and unable to takeprotective action and/or incurring serious or irreversible health effects.3 INITIAL ISOLATION ZONE is determined as an area, including upwind of the incident, within which a highprobability of localised wind reversal may expose nearly all persons without appropriate protection to life-threatening concentrations of the material.4 SMALL SPILLS involve a leaking package of 200 litres (55 US gallons) or less, such as a drum (jerrican orbox with inner containers). Larger packages leaking less than 200 litres and compressed gas leaking from asmall cylinder are also considered "small spills".

LARGE SPILLS involve many small leaking packages or a leaking package of greater than 200 litres, such asa cargo tank, portable tank or a "one-tonne" compressed gas cylinder.5 Guide 128 is taken from the US DOT emergency response guide book.6 IERG information is derived from CANUTEC - Transport Canada.

Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.

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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING• Containers, even those that have been emptied, may contain explosive vapours.• Do NOT cut, drill, grind, weld or perform similar operations on or near containers.Contains low boiling substance:Storage in sealed containers may result in pressure buildup causing violent rupture of containers not rated appropriately.• Check for bulging containers.• Vent periodically• Always release caps or seals slowly to ensure slow dissipation of vapours.• DO NOT allow clothing wet with material to stay in contact with skin.• Electrostatic discharge may be generated during pumping - this may result in fire.• Ensure electrical continuity by bonding and grounding (earthing) all equipment.• Restrict line velocity during pumping in order to avoid generation of electrostatic discharge (<=1 m/sec until fill pipe submerged to twice its diameter, then <= 7 m/sec).• Avoid splash filling.• Do NOT use compressed air for filling discharging or handling operations.• Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.• Wear protective clothing when risk of overexposure occurs.• Use in a well-ventilated area.• Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.• DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.• Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.• Avoid generation of static electricity.• DO NOT use plastic buckets.• Earth all lines and equipment.• Use spark-free tools when handling.• Avoid contact with incompatible materials.• When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.• Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.• Avoid physical damage to containers.• Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.• Work clothes should be laundered separately.• Use good occupational work practice.• Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this MSDS.• Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure safe working conditions.

SUITABLE CONTAINER• Packing as supplied by manufacturer.• Plastic containers may only be used if approved for flammable liquid.• Check that containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.• For low viscosity materials (i) : Drums and jerry cans must be of the non-removable head type. (ii) : Where a can is to be used as an inner package, the can must have a screwed enclosure.• For materials with a viscosity of at least 2680 cSt. (23 deg. C)• For manufactured product having a viscosity of at least 250 cSt. (23 deg. C)• Manufactured product that requires stirring before use and having a viscosity of at least 20 cSt (25 deg. C): (i) Removable head packaging; (ii) Cans with friction closures and (iii) low pressure tubes and cartridges may be used.• Where combination packages are used, and the inner packages are of glass, there must be sufficient inert cushioning material in contact with inner and outer packages

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• In addition, where inner packagings are glass and contain liquids of packing group I there must be sufficient inert absorbent to absorb any spillage, unless the outer packaging is a close fitting moulded plastic box and the substances are not incompatible with the plastic.

STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY• Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.strong acids.strong alkalis.bromine.

STORAGE REQUIREMENTS• Store in original containers in approved flammable liquid storage area.• Store away from incompatible materials in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.• DO NOT store in pits, depressions, basements or areas where vapours may be trapped.• No smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.• Storage areas should be clearly identified, well illuminated, clear of obstruction and accessible only to trained and authorised personnel - adequate security must be provided so that unauthorised personnel do not have access.• Store according to applicable regulations for flammable materials for storage tanks, containers, piping, buildings, rooms, cabinets, allowable quantities and minimum storage distances.• Use non-sparking ventilation systems, approved explosion proof equipment and intrinsically safe electrical systems.• Have appropriate extinguishing capability in storage area (e.g. portable fire extinguishers - dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide) and flammable gas detectors.• Keep adsorbents for leaks and spills readily available.• Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.• Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this MSDS.In addition, for tank storages (where appropriate):• Store in grounded, properly designed and approved vessels and away from incompatible materials.• For bulk storages, consider use of floating roof or nitrogen blanketed vessels; where venting to atmosphere is possible, equip storage tank vents with flame arrestors; inspect tank vents during winter conditions for vapour/ ice build-up.• Storage tanks should be above ground and diked to hold entire contents._____________________________________________________

SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS

+ X + X X +_____________________________________________________+: May be stored togetherO: May be stored together with specific preventionsX: Must not be stored together

Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

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MATERIAL DATAKCB KEROSENE:KEROSENE:

Odour threshold: 0.25 ppm.The TLV-TWA is protective against ocular and upper respiratory tract irritation and is recommended for

bulk handling of gasoline based on calculations of hydrocarbon content of gasoline vapour. A STEL isrecommended to prevent mucous membrane and ocular irritation and prevention of acute depression of thecentral nervous system. Because of the wide variation in molecular weights of its components, the conversionof ppm to mg/m3 is approximate. Sweden recommends hexane type limits of 100 ppm and heptane and octane typelimits of 300 ppm. Germany does not assign a value because of the widely differing compositions and resultantdifferences in toxic properties.

Odour Safety Factor (OSF)OSF=0.042 (gasoline).

KCB KEROSENE:KEROSENE:

Sensory irritants are chemicals that produce temporary and undesirable side-effects on the eyes, nose orthroat. Historically occupational exposure standards for these irritants have been based on observation ofworkers' responses to various airborne concentrations. Present day expectations require that nearly everyindividual should be protected against even minor sensory irritation and exposure standards are establishedusing uncertainty factors or safety factors of 5 to 10 or more. On occasion animal no-observable-effect-levels (NOEL) are used to determine these limits where human results are unavailable. An additional approach,typically used by the TLV committee (USA) in determining respiratory standards for this group of chemicals,has been to assign ceiling values (TLV C) to rapidly acting irritants and to assign short-term exposurelimits (TLV STELs) when the weight of evidence from irritation, bioaccumulation and other endpoints combineto warrant such a limit. In contrast the MAK Commission (Germany) uses a five-category system based onintensive odour, local irritation, and elimination half-life. However this system is being replaced to beconsistent with the European Union (EU) Scientific Committee for Occupational Exposure Limits (SCOEL); thisis more closely allied to that of the USA.

OSHA (USA) concluded that exposure to sensory irritants can:• cause inflammation• cause increased susceptibility to other irritants and infectious agents• lead to permanent injury or dysfunction• permit greater absorption of hazardous substances and• acclimate the worker to the irritant warning properties of these substances thus increasing the risk of

overexposure.

KCB KEROSENE:for kerosene CAS 8008-20-6TLV TWA: 100 mg/m3 as total hydrocarbon vapour Skin A3OEL TWA: 14 ppm, 100 mg/m3 [NIOSH, 1985]REL TWA: 150 ppm [Shell]CEL TWA: 300 ppm, 900 mg/m3(CEL = Chemwatch Exposure Limit).for petroleum distillates:CEL TWA: 500 ppm, 2000 mg/m3 (compare OSHA TWA)(CEL = Chemwatch Exposure Limit).

PERSONAL PROTECTION

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EYE• Safety glasses with side shields.• Chemical goggles.• Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and concentrate irritants. A

written policy document, describing the wearing of lenses or restrictions on use, should be created foreach workplace or task. This should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class ofchemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained intheir removal and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begineye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be removed at thefirst signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed in a clean environment only after workershave washed hands thoroughly. [CDC NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59], [AS/NZS 1336 or nationalequivalent].

HANDS/FEET• Wear chemical protective gloves, e.g. PVC.• Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, e.g. Rubber.The selection of suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of qualitywhich vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Where the chemical is a preparation of several substances, theresistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior tothe application.The exact break through time for substances has to be obtained from the manufacturer of the protective glovesand.has to be observed when making a final choice.Suitability and durability of glove type is dependent on usage. Important factors in the selection of glovesinclude:• frequency and duration of contact,• chemical resistance of glove material,• glove thickness and• dexteritySelect gloves tested to a relevant standard (e.g. Europe EN 374, US F739, AS/NZS 2161.1 or nationalequivalent).• When prolonged or frequently repeated contact may occur, a glove with a protection class of 5 or higher

(breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes according to EN 374, AS/NZS 2161.10.1 or national equivalent)is recommended.

• When only brief contact is expected, a glove with a protection class of 3 or higher (breakthrough timegreater than 60 minutes according to EN 374, AS/NZS 2161.10.1 or national equivalent) is recommended.

• Some glove polymer types are less affected by movement and this should be taken into account whenconsidering gloves for long-term use.

• Contaminated gloves should be replaced.Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly.Application of a non-perfumed moisturiser is recommended.

OTHER• Overalls.• PVC Apron.• PVC protective suit may be required if exposure severe.

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• Eyewash unit.• Ensure there is ready access to a safety shower.• Some plastic personal protective equipment (PPE) (e.g. gloves, aprons, overshoes) are not recommended as

they may produce static electricity.• For large scale or continuous use wear tight-weave non-static clothing (no metallic fasteners, cuffs or

pockets).• Non sparking safety or conductive footwear should be considered. Conductive footwear describes a boot or

shoe with a sole made from a conductive compound chemically bound to the bottom components, for permanentcontrol to electrically ground the foot an shall dissipate static electricity from the body to reduce thepossibility of ignition of volatile compounds. Electrical resistance must range between 0 to 500,000 ohms.Conductive shoes should be stored in lockers close to the room in which they are worn. Personnel who havebeen issued conductive footwear should not wear them from their place of work to their homes and return.

RESPIRATOR•Type A Filter of sufficient capacity. (AS/NZS 1716 & 1715, EN 143:2000 & 149:2001, ANSI Z88 or nationalequivalent)■ Cartridge respirators should never be used for emergency ingress or in areas of unknown vapourconcentrations or oxygen content. The wearer must be warned to leave the contaminated area immediately ondetecting any odours through the respirator. The odour may indicate that the mask is not functioning properly,that the vapour concentration is too high, or that the mask is not properly fitted. Because of theselimitations, only restricted use of cartridge respirators is considered appropriate.

The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of personal protectiveequipment required. For further information consult site specific CHEMWATCH data (if available), or yourOccupational Health and Safety Advisor.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS■ Engineering controls are used to remove a hazard or place a barrier between the worker and the hazard. Well-designed engineering controls can be highly effective in protecting workers and will typically be independentof worker interactions to provide this high level of protection.The basic types of engineering controls are:Process controls which involve changing the way a job activity or process is done to reduce the risk.Enclosure and/or isolation of emission source which keeps a selected hazard "physically" away from the workerand ventilation that strategically "adds" and "removes" air in the work environment. Ventilation can removeor dilute an air contaminant if designed properly. The design of a ventilation system must match theparticular process and chemical or contaminant in use.Employers may need to use multiple types of controls to prevent employee overexposure.

For flammable liquids and flammable gases, local exhaust ventilation or a process enclosure ventilationsystem may be required. Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant.

Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCEClear water-white to blue liquid with a characteristic odour; not miscible with water.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIESLiquid.Does not mix with water.Floats on water.

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State Liquid Molecular Weight Not ApplicableMelting Range (°C) Not Available Viscosity Not AvailableBoiling Range (°C) 145- 300 Solubility in water (g/L) ImmiscibleFlash Point (°C) 40 pH (1% solution) Not AvailableDecomposition Temp (°C) Not Available pH (as supplied) Not AvailableAutoignition Temp (°C) Not Available Vapour Pressure (kPa) <0.9 @25CUpper Explosive Limit (%) 6.0 Specific Gravity (water=1) 0.79Lower Explosive Limit (%) 0.7 Relative Vapour Density >1

(air=1)Volatile Component (%vol) 100 Evaporation Rate Not Available

Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY• Unstable in the presence of incompatible materials.• Product is considered stable.• Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.For incompatible materials - refer to Section 7 - Handling and Storage.

Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS

SWALLOWED■ Accidental ingestion of the material may be damaging to the health of the individual.Ingestion of petroleum hydrocarbons can irritate the pharynx, oesophagus, stomach and small intestine, andcause swellings and ulcers of the mucous. Symptoms include a burning mouth and throat; larger amounts cancause nausea and vomiting, narcosis, weakness, dizziness, slow and shallow breathing, abdominal swelling,unconsciousness and convulsions. Damage to the heart muscle can produce heart beat irregularities,ventricular fibrillation (fatal) and ECG changes. The central nervous system can be depressed. Light speciescan cause a sharp tingling of the tongue and cause loss of sensation there. Aspiration can cause cough,gagging, pneumonia with swelling and bleeding.Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments. The liquid may producegastrointestinal discomfort and may be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may result in nausea, pain andvomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by aspiration may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.

EYE■ There is some evidence to suggest that this material can cause eye irritation and damage in some persons.Direct eye contact with petroleum hydrocarbons can be painful, and the corneal epithelium may be temporarilydamaged. Aromatic species can cause irritation and excessive tear secretion.

SKIN■ Repeated exposure may cause skin cracking, flaking or drying following normal handling and use.Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material.The material may accentuate any pre-existing dermatitis condition.Aromatic hydrocarbons may produce sensitivity and redness of the skin. They are not likely to be absorbedinto the body through the skin but branched species are more likely to.The material may cause severe inflammation of the skin either following direct contact or after a delay of

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some time. Repeated exposure can cause contact dermatitis which is characterised by redness, swelling andblistering.

INHALED■ Inhalation of vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. This may be accompanied by sleepiness, reducedalertness, loss of reflexes, lack of co-ordination, and vertigo.Inhalation of aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the course of normal handling, may bedamaging to the health of the individual.There is some evidence to suggest that the material can cause respiratory irritation in some persons. Thebody's response to such irritation can cause further lung damage.Inhaling high concentrations of mixed hydrocarbons can cause narcosis, with nausea, vomiting andlightheadedness. Low molecular weight (C2-C12) hydrocarbons can irritate mucous membranes and causeincoordination, giddiness, nausea, vertigo, confusion, headache, appetite loss, drowsiness, tremors andstupor. Massive exposures can lead to severe central nervous system depression, deep coma and death.Convulsions can occur due to brain irritation and/or lack of oxygen. Permanent scarring may occur, withepileptic seizures and brain bleeds occurring months after exposure. Respiratory system effects includeinflammation of the lungs with oedema and bleeding. Lighter species mainly cause kidney and nerve damage; theheavier paraffins and olefins are especially irritant to the respiratory system. Alkenes produce pulmonaryoedema at high concentrations. Liquid paraffins may produce sensation loss and depressant actions leading toweakness, dizziness, slow and shallow respiration, unconsciousness, convulsions and death. C5-7 paraffins mayalso produce multiple nerve damage. Aromatic hydrocarbons accumulate in lipid rich tissues (typically thebrain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves) and may produce functional impairment manifested by nonspecificsymptoms such as nausea, weakness, fatigue, vertigo; severe exposures may produce inebriation orunconsciousness. Many of the petroleum hydrocarbons can sensitise the heart and may cause ventricularfibrillation, leading to death.Central nervous system (CNS) depression may include general discomfort, symptoms of giddiness, headache,dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed reaction time, slurred speech and may progress tounconsciousness. Serious poisonings may result in respiratory depression and may be fatal.Inhalation of high concentrations of gas/vapour causes lung irritation with coughing and nausea, centralnervous depression with headache and dizziness, slowing of reflexes, fatigue and inco-ordination.

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS■ Substance accumulation, in the human body, may occur and may cause some concern following repeated or long-term occupational exposure.Constant or exposure over long periods to mixed hydrocarbons may produce stupor with dizziness, weakness andvisual disturbance, weight loss and anaemia, and reduced liver and kidney function. Skin exposure may resultin drying and cracking and redness of the skin. Chronic exposure to lighter hydrocarbons can cause nervedamage, peripheral neuropathy, bone marrow dysfunction and psychiatric disorders as well as damage the liverand kidneys.

TOXICITY AND IRRITATION■ unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.

■ Kerosene may produce varying ranges of skin irritation, and a reversible eye irritation (if eyes arewashed). Skin may be cracked or flaky and/or leathery, with crusts and/or hair loss. It may worsen skincancers. There may also be loss of weight, discharge from the nose, excessive tiredness, and wheezing. Theindividual may be pale. There may be increase in the weight of body organs. There was no evidence of harm topregnancy.■ The material may cause severe skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and may produce oncontact skin redness, swelling, the production of vesicles, scaling and thickening of the skin. Repeatedexposures may produce severe ulceration.■ for petroleum:This product contains benzene which is known to cause acute myeloid leukaemia and n-hexane which has been

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shown to metabolize to compounds which are neuropathic.This product contains toluene. There are indications from animal studies that prolonged exposure to highconcentrations of toluene may lead to hearing loss.This product contains ethyl benzene and naphthalene from which there is evidence of tumours in rodentsCarcinogenicity: Inhalation exposure to mice causes liver tumours, which are not considered relevant tohumans. Inhalation exposure to rats causes kidney tumours which are not considered relevant to humans.Mutagenicity: There is a large database of mutagenicity studies on gasoline and gasoline blending streams,which use a wide variety of endpoints and give predominantly negative results. All in vivo studies in animalsand recent studies in exposed humans (e.g. petrol service station attendants) have shown negative results inmutagenicity assays.Reproductive Toxicity: Repeated exposure of pregnant rats to high concentrations of toluene (around orexceeding 1000 ppm) can cause developmental effects, such as lower birth weight and developmentalneurotoxicity, on the foetus. However, in a two-generation reproductive study in rats exposed to gasolinevapour condensate, no adverse effects on the foetus were observed.Human Effects: Prolonged/ repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin which can lead to dermatitis andmay make the skin more susceptible to irritation and penetration by other materials.

Lifetime exposure of rodents to gasoline produces carcinogenicity although the relevance to humans has beenquestioned. Gasoline induces kidney cancer in male rats as a consequence of accumulation of the alpha2-microglobulin protein in hyaline droplets in the male (but not female) rat kidney. Such abnormal accumulationrepresents lysosomal overload and leads to chronic renal tubular cell degeneration, accumulation of celldebris, mineralisation of renal medullary tubules and necrosis. A sustained regenerative proliferation occursin epithelial cells with subsequent neoplastic transformation with continued exposure. The alpha2-microglobulin is produced under the influence of hormonal controls in male rats but not in females and, moreimportantly, not in humans.

KCB KEROSENE:TOXICITY IRRITATIONOral (Rat) LD50:>5000 mg/kg

KEROSENE:TOXICITY IRRITATIONOral (man) LDLo:500 mg/kg Skin (rabbit):500 mg SEVEREOral (man) TDLo:3570 mg/kgOral (rat) LD50:>5000 mg/kgInhalation (rat) LC50:>5000 mg/m³/4h

Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

KEROSENE:For Kerosene and Kerosene-Range Refinery Steams: log Pow 6.1; Henry's Law Constant: 8.24E + 100 atm m3/mole25 C. Kerosene is the name for the lighter end of a group of petroleum streams known as the middledistillates. Kerosene may be obtained either from the distillation of crude oil under atmospheric pressure(straight-run kerosene) or from catalytic, thermal or steam cracking of heavier petroleum streams (crackedkerosene). The streams are complex mixtures of paraffinic, isoparaffinic, naphthenic (cycloparaffinic) andaromatic (mainly alkylbenzene) hydrocarbons ranging in carbon number from C5-25 (mainly C9-16) and boil inthe range 145 to 300 C. Jet fuels are included because they are composed almost entirely of two of thesestreams straight run kerosene or hydrodesulfurised kerosene (CAS).Atmospheric Fate: Kerosene may undergo oxidation by a gas-phase reaction with photochemically producedhydroxyl radicals. The expected atmospheric half-life for kerosene is 2 - 3.4 days.Terrestrial Fate: Kerosene is expected to biodegrade under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. Some

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components of kerosene may display low to zero mobility. Kerosene may rapidly volatilize from dry soil to theatmosphere although its tendency to adsorb to soil may significantly slow the rate of this process.Volatilization is greater from dune sand and loamy sand soils than from silty loam soil. In all soils,components with a high carbon number formed the main fraction of the kerosene residues after 50 days.Volatilization is the major fate process of kerosene in inert porous media. During volatilization of liquidkerosene, changes in composition occurred with kerosene gradually losing its light components and theviscosity of the remaining liquid increasing. The increase in viscosity led to a decrease in the infiltrationrate by about 20%.Aquatic Fate: If released to water, kerosene is expected to biodegrade under both aerobic and anaerobicconditions. Some components of kerosene may significantly bioconcentrate in fish and aquatic organisms.Kerosene may strongly adsorb to sediment and suspended organic matter. The estimated half-life forvolatilization of kerosene from a model lake is >130 days.Ecotoxicity: Kerosenes and jet fuels are moderately to acutely toxicity to aquatic organisms. Each of thedifferent streams exhibited similar toxicity to rainbow trout and algae. Kerosene is acutely toxic to Daphniamagna water fleas.DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

EcotoxicityIngredient Persistence: Persistence: Air Bioaccumulation Mobility

Water/Soilkerosene No Data No Data No Data No Data

Available Available Available Available

Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Legislation addressing waste disposal requirements may differ by country, state and/ or territory. Each user must refer to laws operating in their area. In some areas, certain wastes must be tracked.A Hierarchy of Controls seems to be common - the user should investigate:• Reduction• Reuse• Recycling• Disposal (if all else fails)This material may be recycled if unused, or if it has not been contaminated so as to make it unsuitable for its intended use. If it has been contaminated, it may be possible to reclaim the product by filtration, distillation or some other means. Shelf life considerations should also be applied in making decisions of this type. Note that properties of a material may change in use, and recycling or reuse may not always be appropriate.• DO NOT allow wash water from cleaning or process equipment to enter drains.• It may be necessary to collect all wash water for treatment before disposal.• In all cases disposal to sewer may be subject to local laws and regulations and these should be considered first.• Where in doubt contact the responsible authority.• Recycle wherever possible.• Consult manufacturer for recycling options or consult local or regional waste management authority for disposal if no suitable treatment or disposal facility can be identified.• Dispose of by: burial in a land-fill specifically licenced to accept chemical and / or pharmaceutical wastes or Incineration in a licenced apparatus (after admixture with suitable combustible material).• Decontaminate empty containers. Observe all label safeguards until containers are cleaned and destroyed.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Labels Required: FLAMMABLE LIQUID

HAZCHEM: 3Y (ADG7)

ADG7:Class or Division: 3 Subsidiary Risk1: NoneUN No.: 1223 Packing Group: IIISpecial Provision: None Limited Quantity: 5 LPortable Tanks & Bulk T2 Portable Tanks & Bulk TP2Containers - Instruction: Containers - Special

Provision:Packagings & IBCs - Packing P001 IBC03 Packagings & IBCs - Special NoneInstruction: LP01 Packing Provision:Name and Description: KEROSENE

Air Transport IATA:ICAO/IATA Class: 3 ICAO/IATA Subrisk: NoneUN/ID Number: 1223 Packing Group: IIISpecial provisions: A224Cargo OnlyPacking Instructions: 366 Maximum Qty/Pack: 220 LPassenger and Cargo Passenger and CargoPacking Instructions: 355 Maximum Qty/Pack: 60 LPassenger and Cargo Limited Quantity Passenger and Cargo Limited QuantityPacking Instructions: Y344 Maximum Qty/Pack: 10 L

Shipping name:KEROSENE

Maritime Transport IMDG:IMDG Class: 3 IMDG Subrisk: NoneUN Number: 1223 Packing Group: IIIEMS Number: F-E,S-E Special provisions: NoneLimited Quantities: 5 LShipping name:KEROSENE

Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

Indications of Danger:Xn Harmful

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POISONS SCHEDULES5

REGULATIONS

KCB Kerosene (CAS: ) is found on the following regulatory lists;"Australia Exposure Standards", "Australia FAISD Handbook - First Aid Instructions, Warning Statements, and General Safety Precautions", "Australia Hazardous Substances Information System - Consolidated Lists", "Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)", "Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)","Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) - Appendix E (Part 2)", "Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) - Schedule 5", "GESAMP/EHS Composite List - GESAMP Hazard Profiles", "IMO IBC Code Chapter 17: Summary of minimum requirements", "IMO Provisional Categorization of Liquid Substances - List 3: (Trade-named) mixtures containing at least 99% by weight of components already assessed by IMO, presenting safety hazards", "International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Agents Reviewed by the IARC Monographs", "International Chemical Secretariat (ChemSec) SIN List (*Substitute It Now!)", "OECD List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals", "OSPAR National List of Candidates for Substitution – Norway", "Sigma-AldrichTransport Information"

Regulations for ingredients

kerosene (CAS: 8008-20-6, 8808-20-6) is found on the following regulatory lists;"Australia Exposure Standards", "Australia FAISD Handbook - First Aid Instructions, Warning Statements, and General Safety Precautions", "Australia Hazardous Substances Information System - Consolidated Lists", "Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)", "Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)","Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) - Appendix E (Part 2)", "Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) - Schedule 5", "FisherTransport Information", "GESAMP/EHS Composite List - GESAMP Hazard Profiles", "IMO IBC Code Chapter 17:Summary of minimum requirements", "IMO Provisional Categorization of Liquid Substances - List 3: (Trade-named) mixtures containing at least 99% by weight of components already assessed by IMO, presenting safety hazards", "International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Agents Reviewed by the IARC Monographs", "International Chemical Secretariat (ChemSec) SIN List (*Substitute It Now!)", "OECD List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals", "OSPAR List of Chemicals for Priority Action", "OSPAR National List of Candidates for Substitution – Norway", "Sigma-AldrichTransport Information"

Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERSIngredient Name CASkerosene 8008-20-6, 8808-20-6

■ Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification committee using available literature references.A list of reference resources used to assist the committee may be found at: www.chemwatch.net/references.

■ The (M)SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk Assessment. Many factors determine whether the reported Hazards are Risks in the workplace or other settings. Risks may be determined by reference to Exposures Scenarios. Scale of use, frequency of use and current or available engineering controls must be considered.

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